Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in Huyton is looking for a passionate Year 1 Teaching Assistant starting September 2025. The role involves nurturing early academic and emotional development in a supportive learning environment. Excited candidates will join a strong team focused on high standards and inclusive education.

Benefits

High-quality CPD and professional development

Well-behaved, eager-to-learn pupils

Well-resourced learning environment

Opportunities to contribute to wider school life

Supportive and collaborative staff team

Qualifications

• Passionate and nurturing for Key Stage 1 teaching.
• Knowledgeable in RWI phonics preferred.
• Calm and responsive to individual pupil needs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a creative and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils' early academic and emotional development.
• Collaborate with the teaching team for effective teaching practices.

Skills

Knowledgeable in early phonics development

Strong communication skills

Passionate about teaching and learning

Team player

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Huyton, Knowsley

Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time
Salary: 24,790 - 25,183
Location: Huyton, Knowsley

A welcoming primary school in Huyton is seeking a passionate and nurturing Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 1 team for the academic year beginning September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a creative and inclusive learning environment that supports pupils' early academic and emotional development.

The successful candidate will be:

• Passionate about teaching and learning in Key Stage 1
• Knowledgeable in early phonics development (RWI preferred)
• Calm, nurturing, and responsive to individual pupil needs
• Committed to high standards and inclusive practice
• An excellent team player with strong communication skills

In return, the school can offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team
• Well-behaved, eager-to-learn pupils
• High-quality CPD and professional development
• A well-resourced learning environment
• Opportunities to contribute to wider school life

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to Enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, eligibility to work in the UK, and an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education (2022) statutory guidance.

To arrange a visit, request an application pack, or submit your application, please contact Liam Hickson on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).